Top 9 Florida Attractions

As if you need an excuse to head to Florida, The Sunshine State which boasts a treasure trove of awesome activities, perfect for everyone. From endless beaches, to gigantic theme parks, you’ll be spoilt for entertainment. So, without further ado, here are the top nine things to see in Florida – we’re sure you’ll love everything on this list. The only difficulty you’ll have is choosing which one…

1. Busch Gardens

First opened back in the spring of 1959, Busch Gardens has long been a big hit with families and holidaymakers. It was originally launched as part of a hospitality centre for an American brewer called Anheuser Busch and resembled a traditional German-style beer garden.
When the 1960s rolled around, Busch Gardens was getting too big for the quaint beer garden and was quickly becoming a high regarded zoological facility. By 1976, the park opened their first rollercoaster and from that point, it became a popular theme park, filled with animals from the African plains.

2. Aquatica SeaWorld

Orlando’s world-renowned water park really is king when it comes to water adventures.

Situated directly across from SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica SeaWorld is a wonderful way to take a breather (and cool off!) from the hot Florida sun on your holiday.

3. Walt Disney World

Arguably Florida’s top attraction, Walt Disney World has long been a favourite with families across the globe. Let’s face it, everyone has a soft spot for Disney, right? Even grown-ups. Thousands of holidaymakers flock here every year, heading to Magic Kingdom and some of the numerous other attractions at this awesome amusement park.

4. Universal Studios

This is a theme park with a difference. It’s a working film and TV production studio, bursting with a whole host of rides and experiences based on much-loved movies and shows, with rides ideal for people of all ages. What’s more, it boasts a multitude of hotels, live music, restaurants and much more.

5. Everglades National Park

With a whopping 1.5 million-acre area of marshy land and swamp, Everglades is home to range of wildlife, including American crocodiles, Floridian panthers, deer, manatees, river otters, turtles, to name just a few. In 1947, environmentalists finally persuaded the government that the Everglades were crucial for nature.

6. Kennedy Space Centre and Cape Canaveral

Located near Cocoa Beach on the Atlantic Coast, the Kennedy Space Centre is a 140,000-acre development which has been the spot for the launches of numerous space shuttles.

7. Miami Beach

A big hit with tourists, Miami Beach includes both the town and the famous beach. It’s positioned on an island which can be reached from the mainland by bridges. What’s more, the beach sports a historic Art Deco District, not to mention an extensive strip of sand, stretching across the seafront.

8. Dry Tortugas National Park

Located near Cocoa Beach on the Atlantic Coast, the Kennedy Space Centre is a 140,000-acre development which has been the spot for the launches of numerous space shuttles.